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Neil Druckmann Steps Back From The Last of Us Season 3 as Craig Mazin Takes the Helm

He timed his exit to the start of the Season 3 writers’ room to refocus on Intergalactic, keeping only a high‑level role to guard fidelity.

Overview

  • Druckmann told Variety he will remain in a very high‑level “shepherding” capacity to keep the HBO adaptation deeply faithful to the source material.
  • Craig Mazin continues as the series’ sole showrunner and lead writer following Druckmann’s move away from day‑to‑day duties.
  • Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet is in full production and described by Druckmann as Naughty Dog’s most ambitious and expansive game yet.
  • Studios have already approached Naughty Dog about adapting Intergalactic based on interest in its trailer, though no deals are set and the studio is prioritizing finishing the game.
  • HBO expects Season 3 in 2027, with reporting indicating a narrative shift toward Abby portrayed by Kaitlyn Dever.